Crime in Plaistow South, Newham
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| Location Reference | Primary Incidents | Total |
|---|---|---|
| On or near Cherry Tree Way Map | Violence and sexual offences: 13Public order: 4Anti-social behaviour: 2 | 22 |
| On or near Glen Road Map | Violence and sexual offences: 14Other theft: 2Public order: 2 | 21 |
| On or near Central Park Road Map | Other theft: 3Vehicle crime: 2Criminal damage and arson: 2 | 11 |
| On or near Bushey Road Map | Anti-social behaviour: 8Bicycle theft: 1 | 9 |
| On or near Barking Road Map | Violence and sexual offences: 2Burglary: 1Other theft: 1 | 5 |
| On or near Larch Close Map | Anti-social behaviour: 2Drugs: 1Other theft: 1 | 5 |
| On or near Brock Road Map | Other theft: 2Public order: 1Vehicle crime: 1 | 4 |
| On or near New City Road Map | Shoplifting: 2Robbery: 1Theft from the person: 1 | 4 |
| On or near Benson Avenue Map | Violence and sexual offences: 2Other crime: 1 | 3 |
| On or near Haig Road West Map | Burglary: 1Vehicle crime: 1Anti-social behaviour: 1 | 3 |
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1. Violence Related Priority: Over recent months the COOP store on Plaistow Road E13 has been the target of high frequency shoplifting amounting to tens of thousands of pounds in losses each week. On numerous occasions the individuals responsible have used various weapons against security and store staff, causing fear and distress.
Issued: 6 Feb 2026
Status Update
Action: Officers are working closely with MITIE who have provided an analyst to monitor the offences and provide crucial evidence to assist in prosecutions.
So far officers have been successful in securing over 60 charges on numerous prolific offenders, significantly reducing losses and providing reassurance to shop staff and local resident.
Actioned: 6 Feb 2026
Drug Supply : An increased number of drug dealing offences have been reported in the late evening and early hours of the morning across the ward.
Issued: 6 Feb 2026
Status Update
Action: Working alongside Emergency Response Team to attend and deal with these calls as they are reported and subsequently deal with any identified offenders and vehicles.
Actioned: 6 Feb 2026
Robberies: Robberies taking place along the length of the Greenway continue to be reported. There has been an increase in robberies at the location with the introduction of the darker evenings. These robberies occur in the later afternoon and evening and occur along the Greenway across the BCU by offenders on foot and utilising pedal cycles to carry out theft snatches.
Issued: 6 Feb 2026
Status Update
Action: When practical to do so officers carryout patrols along the Greenway providing a high visibility reassurance as well as identifying anyone involved in robbery offences.
Utilising the use of pedal cycles for cycle trained officers that can respond to offences quicker.
Request the assistance of proactive assets on the BCU as well as mounted officers from MO7 Taskforce.
Actioned: 6 Feb 2026
Engagement Events
Community Meeting
other11:00 AM — 11:30 AM
E13 0DY, London
Community Outreach Worker
other2:00 PM — 2:30 PM
E13 0DY, London
Ward Panel Meeting
other6:00 PM — 7:00 PM
Plaistow Library, North Street London
Ward Panel Meeting
other6:00 PM — 7:00 PM
Plaistow Library, North Street London
Ward Panel Meeting
other7:00 PM — 8:00 PM
Plaistow Library, North Street London
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